Prime Minister Narendra Modi and members of his Council of Ministers, including Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah, took the oath as members of the 18th Lok Sabha as its first session began today.
President Droupadi Murmu administered oath to Bharatiya Janata Party lawmaker Bhartruhari Mahtab as the pro-tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Mr Mahtab then call upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Leader of the Lok Sabha, to take oath as a member of the House.
On June 26, the Lok Sabha Speaker will be elected. On June 27, President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to address the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament.
This is the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha after the general elections, which saw the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secure 293 seats and the INDIA bloc win 234, with the Congress holding 100 of them.
Here are the LIVE Updates on Parliament:
18th Lok Sabha is a path to 'Amrit Kaal': PM Modi
The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha commenced on Monday with all the newly-elected members of the Parliament, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, taking oaths. This historic session marks the first time a swearing-in ceremony is being held in the new Parliament building since Independence.
Prime Minister Modi addressed the newly elected MPs, emphasising the significance of this session.
He said, "Today is a day of pride for our democracy. This election is particularly notable as, for the second time since Independence, a government has been given the mandate to serve for a third consecutive term."
Underscoring the importance and the scale of the general elections, PM Modi said, "The world's largest election was conducted in a great and magnificent manner. This third term reflects the people's recognition and acknowledgement of our party's intentions, policies, and contributions towards the public. I express my heartfelt gratitude to the nation for this opportunity."
The Prime Minister also praised the increased representation of youth in the 18th Lok Sabha, calling it a "matter of happiness."
Parliament LIVE Updates: PM Modi Begins Parliament Session With 'Emergency' Swipe At Congress
Starting off the first Parliament session in his third term on the front foot, the Prime Minister launched an 'Emergency' attack towards the main Opposition Congress before the Lok Sabha met this morning.
Addressing the media before the House met, the Prime Minister said this June 25 -- tomorrow -- will mark the 50th anniversary of the Emergency and called it a "black spot" on the country's democracy.
This Parliament sessions comes after the general elections and the Opposition is buoyed by its good show that restricted the BJP below the majority mark. The Prime Minister has returned to the top post with the support of NDA allies and the Opposition plans to use its numerical strength to corner the government on the House floor.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh takes oath as member of 18th Lok Sabha.
Home Minister Amit Shah takes oath as Lok Sabha member.
18th Lok Sabha Session Updates: PM Modi's Takes Oath As Third Time MP
Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes oath as member of the 18th Lok Sabha.
This is the third term of PM Modi as a member of the Lok Sabha. He retained the Varanasi seat, which he has been winning since 2014. As Leader of the House, he was the first one to take oath.
18th Lok Sabha Session LIVE Updates: Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab accepts the resignation of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Wayanad Lok Sabha seat.
Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab accepts the resignation of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Wayanad Lok Sabha seat.
Rahul Gandhi kept the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat.
Just In
First Session Of The 18th Lok Sabha Commences At The New Parliament Building. Swearing-In Ceremony Of The Newly-Elected MPs To Take Place Shortly.
INDIA bloc leaders holding copy of Constitution protest in Parliament
PM Modi Addresses Media Ahead Of New Lok Sabha Session
Here are the highlights of his address:
- In Parliamentary democracy, this is a glorious day.
- For the first time after independence, swearing-in ceremony is taking place at our own new Parliament building.
- It used to happen in the Old Parliament building.
- On this significant day, I extend a hearty welcome to all newly-elected MPs, extend them greetings and best wishes.
- The 18th Lok Sabha is starting today.
- The world's largest election was conducted in a very grand and glorious manner.
- This election has also become very important because for the second time after independence, the people of the country have given an opportunity to a government to serve for the third consecutive time.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Parliament, ahead of the commencement of the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha today.
Just In| Bhartruhari Mahtab sworn in as Pro-tem Speaker ahead of first Parliament session after Lok Sabha polls
Teaser For Stormy Parliament Session: Jairam Ramesh vs Kiren Rijiju On X
In what appears to be a trailer to a stormy Parliament session, two senior parliamentarians of the ruling BJP and the Opposition Congress traded barbs this morning, hours before the new Lok Sabha meets.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister and senior BJP leader Kiren Rijiju posted a welcome message for members of the 18th Lok Sabha this morning. "The First Session of 18th Lok Sabha begins today, the 24th June, 2024. I welcome all the new elected hon'ble members. I shall be always available to assist the members as Minister of Parliamentary Affairs. I'm positively looking forward for co-ordination to run the house," he said.
Pro-tem Speaker Big BJP vs INDIA Flashpoint As 18th Lok Sabha Meets Today
The 18th Lok Sabha is set to meet for the first time today on a stormy note as the Opposition returns to the House with more strength than last time after the general election denied a majority to the ruling BJP.
Besides the protest surrounding irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test, the selection of the pro-tem Speaker has emerged as a key flashpoint between the treasury and the Opposition benches.
The pro-tem Speaker is a temporary post and the House chooses a member from among the seniormost MPs for this position. The primary role of the pro-tem Speaker is to administer the oath to the new members.
Kiren Rijiju met Bhartruhari Mahtab before his swearing-in ceremony as the pro tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Kiren Rijiju met DMK leader TR Baalu at his residence
BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab who has been appointed pro-tem Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha along with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and other party leaders leaves from his residence in Delhi.
The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will begin today.
Congress MP K Suresh on Rahul Gandhi as Leader of opposition
Everybody said they want Rahul Gandhi to be Leader of Opposition. Now he will take final decision.
8th Term Congress MP K Suresh on Pro-Tem Speaker panel
BJP didn't follow the norms and convention. They ignored the senior most MP.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju leaves from his residence.
The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will begin today.
Parliament Session To Begin Today Amid Pro-Tem Speaker, NEET Row
The first session of Parliament after the Lok Sabha elections will begin today, with the newly-elected MPs - including Prime Minister Narendra Modi - taking oath. Read more
- President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha on June 27.
- She may outline the new government's roadmap for the next five years.
- This session will conclude on July 3 and reassemble for the monsoon session on July 22.
- About 280 newly-elected MPs will take oath today, while the remaining 264 parliamentarians, including Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, will take oath tomorrow.
- The Congress - which was expecting Kodikunnil Suresh, a Dalit leader and an eight-time MP from Kerala, to be named Pro-Tem Speaker - has criticisied the BJP over the appointment of Mr Mahtab.
- The Lok Sabha Speaker will be elected on June 26.
- Until a new Speaker is elected, the Pro-Tem Speaker presides over the first few sessions of the Lok Sabha and conducts the election for the new Speaker and Deputy Speaker.
- The first session of Parliament after the Lok Sabha elections will begin today.
- The newly-elected MPs including Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be taking oath.
- BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab will be administered the oath as the Pro-Tem Speaker by President Droupadi Murmu.
- He then will call upon the Prime Minister to take oath as member of the House.
